Behind the scenes from the 2026 Clash at Claremont

Patrick Emerling on July 10, 2026 proved that hard work pays off. In preparation for the Clash at Claremont, Emerling and the No. USNE Motorsports team made an extra trip to Claremont Motorsports Park a few weeks ago. They used that event as an opportunity to prepare for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event at the track a few weeks later. That preparation paid off in spades after Emerling secured his first victory of the season in a race that served as Round 2 of JDV Productions’ Whelen Midsummer Championship miniseries. The following are some of the best images from the 2026 Clash at Claremont.

Mike Christopher Jr.

Drivers line up for inspection before the Clash at Claremont 150.

Drivers line up for inspection before the Clash at Claremont 150.

Eric Goodale

Matt Hirschman

Stephen Kopcik

Matt Hirschman celebrates winning the American Racer Pole Award.

Andrew Molleur

John-Michael Shenette and Eric Goodale

Joey Cipriano

Patrick Emerling secures the No. 1 starting position in the redraw.

Patrick Emerling celebrates winning the Clash at Claremont 150.

Patrick Emerling celebrates winning the Clash at Claremont 150.